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4.20.2009

Our Invitations! Part Two...

I'm back with more invitation details! Here are some details of the writing that I used to address the envelopes. I'm not ashamed to say that my parents got me a calligraphy set when I was about 9 or 10 and I used to write my friends' names in calligraphy on the front of their Barbie Valentines, birthday cards and anywhere else I could. So, I have had some practice in that department. I didn't go with an all-out fancy writing on the envelopes because that just doesn't fit the vibe of our wedding. Here are some examples, sorry about the blurring!




I tried to get a picture of our return address on the back of the envelope, but it was basically impossible for me to photograph. We had a custom embosser made of our address, so I am sure you can imagine what it looked like!

Here are some pictures of our invitation inserts. Yes, I realize the info on the Accommodations card isn't centered, but I promise it was centered on the actual invitations. I just happened to grab a misprint for the pictures! Pay close attention to the responses on our response card. They have been a HUGE hit with our guests!





This response card has definitely elicited some fun responses. I highly recommend these... even our male guests have enjoyed adding comments to them!

Getting these invitations finished and mailed was definitely the biggest sigh of relief that I can ever remember having. I LOVE going to the mailbox everyday to see who has responded! Ryan and I have both refused to take the envelopes from our friends, insisting that they mail them. I mean come on... the stamp is right on there... don't deny me of the best part of my day! :)

14 comments:

Erica said...

Your response card is hilarious and unique indeed! You HAVE to let us know some of the responses you get back!!

JACKIE said...

So cute! What a fun idea! I love looking at all your wedding stuff =) All your projects are so clever and creative!

LauraAnn said...

Oh my gosh! I love your response cards! Those are adorable!

Your calligraphy turned out beautiful!

Adrienne said...

Love them! Those response cards are the best...haha. So perfect! Your calligraphy is incredible!

starfish said...

So cute! I love the reposnse cards!

Polka Dots & Protein Bars said...

Love love the response cards!

Shell said...

the calligraphy you did is so fabulous! i think i need to practice my penmanship before i send out any invites or save-the-dates!

Nicole-Lynn said...

Your calligraphy turned out beautiful! I love what you did with the RSVP's!

I didn't see an email for you on your blog.. please contact me :)
seasidesmitten@aol.com

AmyJean {Relentless Bride®} said...

What a great idea!
RelentlessBride

Mara (The Wedding Cabaret) said...

they look fantastic!!

Lea Liz said...

Your respeonce cards are sooo cute!! I love your blog, I haven't commented in a long time but I love all of your wedding details!! By the way.. I know some Sextons from Ashland, Ky.. lol I live just like 30 mins away..

Lea Liz said...

Soo I don't know those sextons but I do know the store!!! I love it and have been there several times!!! I love all of the little girl stuff and I have found some pretty cute boy stuff there too!! Might I add some cute stuff foo mommy too..haha Wow it is such a small world!!!!!!

Jules said...

Just found your blog and love it! It's making me miss all of the wedding planning. I love your invites and your response cards are great :)

Anonymous said...

I love the font you chose...way cute!!